Travelers soak up the sun on poolside loungers with cocktails in hand at this island retreat, where scenic bike rides and on-site dining complete the experience.
Samawi creates a peaceful escape on the island, conveniently located near North End and Island House Museum. Guests start their mornings with a breakfast buffet at Restaurante Cardamomo before relaxing by the pool with drinks or heading out to explore the area on rental bikes.
Located in San Andrés, Samawi is in the city center and near the beach. North End and Hoyo Soplador are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Spratt Bight Beach and Morgans Cave. Island House Museum and San Luis Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our San Andrés travel guide
21 Cra. 1, San Andrés, San Andrés y Providencia, 880001
What's nearby
Spratt Bight Beach
6 min walk - 0.6 km
North End
11 min drive - 2.8 km
Cultural Center Dock
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Marina Toninos - Dock
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Paintball San Andres
10 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
San Andrés (ADZ-Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Intl.)
7 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Casa Bonita
6 min walk
Cafecafé
5 min walk
Juan Valdez
5 min walk
Trattoria Gourmet Mister Panino
6 min walk
La Regatta
3 min walk
About this property
Samawi
Hotel near Spratt Bight Beach
Located close to North End and Island House Museum, Samawi provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and laundry facilities. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Restaurante Cardamomo, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
Tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
Luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
49-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Restaurante Cardamomo
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Lifeguards on site
Outdoor pool
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 1:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of COP 100000 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: COP 100000 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Samawi Hotel San Andres
Samawi Hotel
Samawi San Andres
Hotel Samawi San Andres
San Andres Samawi Hotel
Hotel Samawi
Samawi Hotel
Samawi San Andrés
Samawi Hotel San Andrés
Frequently asked questions
Does Samawi have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Samawi?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Samawi on 5 April 2026 start from AED 793, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Samawi pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of COP 100000 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Samawi?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Samawi?
Check-out is at 1:00 PM.
Where is Samawi located?
Located in the heart of San Andrés, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Spratt Bight Beach and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from North End. Hoyo Soplador and Morgans Cave are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Samawi Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We had a very good stay here, it was close to everything within a few minutes walking. The staff was so helpful and friendly. The breakfast was great and the staff that did breakfast were very polite and friendly. I would stay here again.
Sandy Anahi
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
David
10 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
As expected!, everything very nice, the breakfast outstanding!
All expectations were met. Great customer service people relations. The food was excellent all the amenities walking distance to all attractions. Walking distance to the beach highly recommend recommended.
It was an amazing stay, all the staff were very nice and welcoming, the property is perfectly located, nice views, everything looked brand new, no hesitation to stay there again
The staff was excellent very accommodating very helpful from the Bellman Robert to the morning front staff in assisting you and everything that you needed. Will stay there again very clean. The food was great.
Really good option! Highly recommended, the food options were great, the staff was very friendly and the hotel is just a quick 5 mins walk from both the beach and the shopping district!
Beautiful hotel close to beach , marina and many places where you can go out to eat. Elevators took a little long to arrive , other than that hotel was clean, room was clean ac worked great!
The room was great with a nice view and free Wi-Fi. The staff was extremely nice and accommodating. We were able to walk anywhere we wanted to eat. We had a very wonderful experience!